Aston Villa’s Jordan Amavi has been in sparkling form since being restored to the line-up in the win over Fulham last month.

There have always been question marks over the Frenchman’s defensive capabilities, but he has performed outstandingly well in the last three matches with the Cottagers, Birmingham City and, latterly, Blackburn Rovers.

His form has been so good, he has recently been recalled to the France under-21 set-up for the first time since the horrific injury which kept him out for the majority of last season.

Amavi’s talent going forward has never been in question. While his wait for a first Villa goal goes on, he did show the fans that he can find the net prior to yesterday’s kick-off.